Hiccups in a 4 year old

2026-09-02 03:38:45
Is it okay for my daughter who is almost 4 years old, gets hiccups once in 11 days. She gets roughly 3 times in a month.
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-09-09 11:43:35

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totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

Answered2026-09-04 13:57:07

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This is normal only.
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Give sips of water the next time it happens.

Answered2026-09-03 16:53:32

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Yes it is very normal. It is due to diphraghmatic irritation due to over eating or swallowing.

Answered2026-09-02 19:30:26

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Yes it is normal and hiccups are mainly due to diaphragmatic irritation if there is gastric distension preceded by overrating or eating too fast, swallowing air. Usually no treatment is required. For a young child: * Offer small sips of water. * Encourage slow eating .

Answered2026-09-02 10:20:14

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Yes.

Answered2026-09-02 15:56:59

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Yes

Answered2026-09-02 14:03:16

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Yes normal

Answered2026-09-02 13:48:54

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That's due to diaphragm muscle irritation Or it can be eating too fast or fear or anxiety while eating Over all this is normal only

Answered2026-09-02 10:08:14

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Greetings It is completely normal for a four-year-old to experience hiccups a few times a month. Brief episodes occurring every 11 days are usually harmless spasms of the diaphragm muscle. They are typically triggered by eating too quickly, swallowing air, or sudden excitement. These episodes usually resolve on their own within a few minutes without any intervention. You can help by offering small sips of water or encouraging slower eating habits

Answered2026-09-02 09:59:59

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